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This week, Saudi Arabia called for calm and diplomacy amid rising Iran-Israel tensions, reaffirming its commitment to regional stability. Meanwhile, a viral TikTok is making waves as a local creator hilariously brings GTA to life in Riyadh — gaining millions of views.

Plus, more trending stories and key updates from across the Kingdom.
Check it all out below!👇🏼

LOVIN NEWS

☢️Saudi Authorities Confirm No Radiation Leaks Following Recent Regional Tensions

• 🇸🇦 The NRRC confirmed that radiation levels across Saudi Arabia remain normal, with no leaks or threats to public health, despite regional tensions.

• 🛡️ Following the strike on Iran’s Arak reactor, officials clarified there’s no radiological impact, as the facility had no nuclear fuel.

• 💧 Saudi Arabia’s desalination systems and 24/7 monitoring ensure water safety and environmental protection through advanced radiation filtering and emergency readiness.

SHARABLE

🍿 Sharable bits and tips!

• Prince AlWaleed bin Talal shared the most wholesome moment with a little kid in Saudi!🥹

• Saudi is big on environmental preservation and THIS video proves it 👏🏻

• Forget Harley’s in Hawaii….the real fleet is right here in Saudi Arabia! 🇸🇦

• Just when you think you've seen it all… this boy stuns the internet with his unexpected mixed-heritage reveal!🤯

LOVIN FEATURE

TikToker Brings GTA To Life With Game-Inspired Adventure Across Riyadh 🎮

• 🎮 A TikToker in Saudi has gone viral for bringing GTA: San Andreas to life in Riyadh, perfectly mimicking CJ’s walk, gestures, and emotes.

• 🧢 From NPC-style interactions to sudden outfit changes, he’s turned the streets of the capital into a real-life video game.

• 🤯 Fans are loving the detail — with some joking that GTA copied him, not the other way around!

LOVIN NEWS

Saudi Baqalas Banned From Selling Tobacco, Meat, Fruits And Vegetables🚭

• 🚫 Saudi Arabia has banned neighborhood baqalas and kiosks from selling tobacco (including vapes), dates, meat, fruits, and vegetables — effective immediately, with a 6-month grace period for existing stores.

• 🏪 These items will now only be available in licensed supermarkets and hypermarkets, while baqalas can still sell non-food items like charger cables and prepaid cards.

• 📏 New space requirements are also in place: grocery stores must be at least 24 sqm, supermarkets 100 sqm, and hypermarkets 500 sqm or more.

LOVIN COMMUNITY

An All-Female Biker Club Is Totally Owning The Streets Of Riyadh In Style 🏍️

• 🏍️ The Sisterhood Motorcycle Club, Saudi’s first all-female biker crew, is empowering women across Riyadh with freedom, confidence, and a love for the open road.

• 👩‍🏫 Founded in 2022, the club now has 260+ members, offering safety training, mentorship, and epic rides for women of all experience levels.

• 🌟 More than just a club, it’s a growing movement redefining what it means to be a woman in Saudi — bold, fearless, and unstoppable.

LOVIN NEWS

Saudi Foreign Ministry Condemns Recent Suicide Attack On Syrian Church 💔

• 💥 A suicide bombing at Mar Elias Church in Damascus killed at least 20 and injured 52; the attacker, linked to ISIS, opened fire before detonating an explosive vest.

• 🕊️ The attack targeted worshippers during a church gathering, causing mass casualties and panic in the Dweilaa area.

• 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia strongly condemned the attack, reaffirming its stance against terrorism and offering condolences to the victims and their families.

REGIONAL UPDATES

What Happened In Bahrain After Last Night’s Island-Wide Alert 🇧🇭

• 🚨 Following Iran’s missile strike on a U.S. base in Qatar, Bahrain activated emergency sirens, urged residents indoors, and briefly closed its airspace as a precaution.

• ✈️ Several Gulf nations, including Kuwait, Qatar, and the UAE, suspended flights amid regional safety concerns — no casualties were reported.

• ✅ Within an hour, Bahrain declared the situation safe, confirming there was no direct threat and thanking the public for their calm response.

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